KCman Posted April 11, 2015 Share Posted April 11, 2015 My "Big Brown Box" arrived yesterday from Authentic Props and im ready to begin my journey into construction of my own Sandtrooper. hopfully im in the right spot for documenting the build. I will have lots of questions and I would rather ask 3 times than make 1 catastrophic mistake. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandtrooper Posted April 11, 2015 Share Posted April 11, 2015 You're definitely in the right place for advice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smally Posted April 11, 2015 Share Posted April 11, 2015 And so it begins... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iconoclasta_88 Posted April 11, 2015 Share Posted April 11, 2015 Great. This is a great Niembro for you for sure. Starting a build is always exciting. Let us know if we can be of any help. And yes, better ask 3 times than go wrong once. Saludos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iconoclasta_88 Posted April 11, 2015 Share Posted April 11, 2015 *moment Not Niembro. **** autocorrect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KCman Posted April 11, 2015 Author Share Posted April 11, 2015 Lol. I blame my auto correct all the time though I think somtimes it's big finger syndrome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bhudda Posted April 12, 2015 Share Posted April 12, 2015 Congrats man(so jealous), I'm on a waiting list. Been filling my time watching videos and doing research! What Sandy did you decide on(if you're aiming for swat)? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KCman Posted April 12, 2015 Author Share Posted April 12, 2015 I think I'm going to go for the "look sir, droids" trooper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandman Tigui Posted April 12, 2015 Share Posted April 12, 2015 Ahhh nothing like the birth of a new brother to be 😉 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KCman Posted April 12, 2015 Author Share Posted April 12, 2015 Work is processing. I have to convert the pictures as the files are way to huge to upload here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth Mout Posted April 14, 2015 Share Posted April 14, 2015 Nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dutchy Posted April 14, 2015 Share Posted April 14, 2015 Ah....AP...brings back memories. Good luck with the build!! Looking forward to those WIP pic's!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KCman Posted April 19, 2015 Author Share Posted April 19, 2015 I have been busy but have had time to do a little work. Here is some pics so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jancelot Posted April 22, 2015 Share Posted April 22, 2015 Looking good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dutchy Posted April 22, 2015 Share Posted April 22, 2015 You're on a roll!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FIVE Posted April 22, 2015 Share Posted April 22, 2015 Awesome!I've not seen an AP build in a while. That's some good armor!! Congrats and get going! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KCman Posted April 26, 2015 Author Share Posted April 26, 2015 I'm about ready to start putting pieces together permanently. I had a page tagged somewhere that I now can't find the detailed what snaps/clips/split rivits etc to use where along with what size strapping/elastic to use and where. I have 1 1/2" woven ribbed elastic for the shoulders. I was wondering if sombody could let me know a good spot to get this info. I am aiming for SWAT right out of the gate to do I don't have to make many changes down the road. Currently also waiting for for my shipment to come from trooper bay with some goodies and I'm expecting my boots from imperial boots this week or early next week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KCman Posted May 18, 2015 Author Share Posted May 18, 2015 Found my measurements. Got my chest and back, bells and biceps done. I now am takling forearms. I am having an issue with size. Is it acceptable to have 1 joint closed with velcro? Or do they both HAVE to be glued. The reason I'm asking is because in order for me to make it so I can slide it on, the wrist opening is huge. Then I have the problem of the elbow end really tight on my arm. I may be able to tear them apart and taper the joint more to give more room, but I'd like to know about the velcro first before I do this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KCman Posted July 26, 2015 Author Share Posted July 26, 2015 Ive documented via pics pretty much the whole build. Unfortunately I can't seem to be able to upload any more pics. The suit is done and now awaiting basic aproval. I've had to readjust my shoulder straps to get everything higher on my chest. I had too much black showing up top. I had special permission to join my local 501st brothers as there only a couple in this area, to go onstage with Weird Al Yancovic last night. What a truly amazing experience. I cannot wait to attend further functions. Here is a video of the part we did. And yes that was me Al put his head on. https://youtu.be/1BONfoH2c1s Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KCman Posted August 4, 2015 Author Share Posted August 4, 2015 I had a template so I tried to make my own paldron. /URL] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KCman Posted August 4, 2015 Author Share Posted August 4, 2015 Finished product next to initial attempt at weathering Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KCman Posted August 4, 2015 Author Share Posted August 4, 2015 Starting to make some progress and fitting wearable part together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KCman Posted August 4, 2015 Author Share Posted August 4, 2015 I then I started on forearms. I tried to keep them all together but ended up having to do them clamshell style Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KCman Posted August 4, 2015 Author Share Posted August 4, 2015 Next came the legs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KCman Posted August 4, 2015 Author Share Posted August 4, 2015 I'm not a little guy, so I have to add shims to kidney and ab. I was originally going to try to make it seamless from the start, but making the paste and working with it is tricky. I'll do that down the road after I experiment some more. Added shims to both kidney and ab to spilt it up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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